Packing List

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Essentials (Everyone)

• Passport (valid 6+ months)
• Flight confirmation printouts
• Hotel confirmations
• JR Pass (if using) — exchange voucher
• Travel insurance documents
• Credit cards (notify bank of travel)
• Yen cash (get some before trip)
• Portable WiFi / SIM card info

Electronics

• Phone + charger
• Power bank (portable charger)
• Power adapter — Type A (same as US, but bring backup)
• Camera + SD cards + charger
• Nintendo Switch + charger
• Headphones
• E-reader / tablet (optional)

July Heat Survival

• Small towel / handkerchief (for sweat)
• Portable fan (battery-powered)
• Sunscreen
• Hat / cap
• Sunglasses
• Refillable water bottle
• Electrolyte packets
• Cooling towel / neck wrap
• Rain gear (umbrella or light poncho) — July = rainy season

Pokemon Card Supplies

• Card sleeves (bring extras for purchases)
• Toploaders
• Small binder for valuable singles
• Target list printout (from Pokemon page)
• Price reference notes

Clothing (Pack Light — Laundry Available)

• 5-7 t-shirts / tops (light, breathable)
• 2-3 shorts / light pants
• 1 light long-sleeve (for AC)
• Comfortable walking shoes (broken in!)
• Sandals / easy slip-ons (for temples, hotels)
• Underwear + socks (7+ days)
• Sleepwear
• Light jacket (for over-AC'd places)

Toiletries & Health

• Prescription medications (+ copies of prescriptions)
• Basic first aid (band-aids, pain reliever)
• Motion sickness meds (for trains/flights)
• Allergy meds
• Toothbrush + toothpaste
• Deodorant
• Tissues / wet wipes (always useful)
• Hand sanitizer

Day Bag Essentials

What to carry daily:

• Small backpack or crossbody bag
• This phone (with site bookmarked!)
• Portable WiFi
• Power bank
• Water bottle
• Small towel
• Fan + cooling supplies
• Card supplies (on shopping days)
• Cash + 1 credit card
• Pocket umbrella

Personal Items — Bubu

• Pokemon card binder
• Target card list
• Nintendo Switch games
• Headphones
• Personal spending money

Personal Items — Gaby

• Pokemon card binder
• Target card list
• Nintendo Switch games
• Headphones
• Personal spending money

Notes

• Laundry: All recommended hotels have laundry facilities. Pack for ~5 days and wash mid-trip.
• Buy there: Many toiletries are cheaper/better in Japan (cooling sheets, face wipes, etc.)
• Leave room: Save luggage space for purchases!